Rv’s
Rv’s Solar Energy Kits
We are excited to bring you this new technology for recreational vehicles. The beauty of traveling is to do so in style. That’s why you shop around and choose the RV that’s right for you and one that fits your lifestyle. Well, When it comes to solar the same can be true but where do you start? We are here to help.
What choices are there for Rv’s, Campers, Remote locations when it comes to solar? What are the advantages? What are the disadvantages? How much does it cost? Who Installs this stuff anyway? What damage will mounting cause?
The Choice for Rv’s solar energy systems have traditionally been the glass panels with heavy duty mounting systems and securement systems, these even in a portable way. This type can and has become a hastle in set-up and tear down and in some cases because of the time and effort you have to put into the climb to the roof for set-up ( unless they are mounted flat which cause power loss because they are recommended to be mounted at a 45 degree angle ). Consider the dangers of falling and causing harm to you or someone else either helping you or close by should something fall from the roof and were hoping it wasn’t you!
Thats a mighty long fall.
These systems are set up by Watts and come in many different sizes for your systems depending on what you are looking to run and how long. The disadvantage with these systems are simple when they get damaged your investment simply put is trash because the system will not operate anymore.
So consider the disadvantages of solar glass panels;
- the heavy hardware and set-up
- the possibility of damage rendering them trash
- securement after use ( unless they are mounted flat – which is not optimal)
- cost of shipping them using an 18 wheeler and then depending on where you live there may also be restrictions
- The installation costs ( if you do not do it- we recommend a certified installer because of the power generation and the dangers associated with live power- especially connecting multiple panels meaning more power- more potential risk) Safety is key here.
- A potential hazzard when traveling is encountering a storm ( hail) and damage to the panel, also wind riding under the panel with potential for loss.
- costs appear reasonably low at the entry level but add shipping and handling and installation and your system realistically ends up in the neighborhood of $2000
Let’s Now consider Flexible Thin Film Amorphous Peel And Stick Solar Energy Charging Systems. This is exciting because of the power these systems generate long term making your investment worthy. Here’s what we have learned the industry widely denounces thin film because it produces low watts which may be true but the key in power to batteries for storage is the Amps. These systems produce power from light, cloudy days – producing power, trickling power steadily into the batteries. When moving into thin film flexible amorphous it allows any flat surface for installation, which depending on the layout of your roof top can be a challenge with the glass panels. The thin films come in different sizes which mount directly to the surface one time. Once they are installed , they are proven to be resistant in wind test results of hurricane force winds ( the machine stops at a certain point because once there if it’s still functions they work). Having the thin film peel and stick solar energy charging systems allows you to generate power from light. Which as we all know, on the trail, or with certain parking spots, or from late night visits to your destination, you could find out at daylight your blocked from full sun. It happens! We all will experience it even when you do your best planning. Others may beat you to the park, or you planned on being there and securing the best spot. Unless you are the one thats always early the early bird, it will happen.
So Let’s consider the advantages of Peel And Stick Technology;
- Light weight no need for reinforcements when adding them to your Rv
- Ships Ups in a Tube ( saves in some case’s $300 or more)
- Flexible and Sticky able to mount to flat surfaces and small ridges
- Will still function when damaged ( 50 cal shot through it and diodes work around damage still producing power)
- Easy one time installation – no need to adjust (reducing potential risks associated with other kits)
- Can add on to system for more power as needed (if you have enough roof space)
- Pulls power from LIGHT even generates power on cloudy days ( Best overall producer)
Thin Film Amorphous Peel and Stick Solar Energy Systems are as Follows; the systems are designed by size- for your roof so an RV3748 would be 37″x48″ for ease of choosing your set-up
1. Earth Care module RV3748- for charging the 12/24/Volt Battery Array”Power measured in Watts can be determined by multiplying the operational Voltage, typically either 12V or 24V based on your battery array, with the Current supplied by the panel in Amps. The Open Circuit Voltage is regulated down by the charge controller to supply the appropriate voltage to your battery array.”
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2. Earth Care Module RV3672 for charging the 12/24 Volt Battery Array Extended“Power measured in Watts can be determined by multiplying the operational Voltage, typically either 12V or 24V based on your battery array, with the Current supplied by the panel in Amps. The Open Circuit Voltage is regulated down by the charge controller to supply the appropriate voltage to your battery array.”
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3. Earth Care Module RV11037 for charging the 36/48Volt Battery Array “Power measured in Watts can be determined by multiplying the operational Voltage, typically either 36V or 48V based on your cart battery array, with the Current supplied by the panel in Amps. The Open Circuit Voltage is regulated down by the charge controller to supply the appropriate voltage to your battery array.”
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4. Earth Care Module RV11038 for charging the 36/48Volt Battery Array “Power measured in Watts can be determined by multiplying the operational Voltage, typically either 36V or 48V based on your cart battery array, with the Current supplied by the panel in Amps. The Open Circuit Voltage is regulated down by the charge controller to supply the appropriate voltage to your battery array.”
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FEATURES
• High Temperature and Low Light Performance
• Flexible and lightweight – Virtually unbreakable, weighs
less than one pound per square foot, compared to five
pounds per square foot for a traditional solar system
• Adheres directly to the roof without penetrations – approved
for roofing manufacturer warranties
• Triple Junction Technology – captures the complete solar
spectrum more efficiently
• Generates electricity at low light levels – produces more
electricity per watt than any other system
• Approved by state revenue departments for tax incentives
and rebates
• Bypass diode across every solar cell – minimizes power loss
when shaded
• Can also be used in Residential roofing
